Mary Walsh Centre News

This month our hearts have been gladdened by a
much-needed rainfall, for which, after a long dry
season, we give thanks. Some farmers who have recently sown crops will be jubilant because of the rain and the warm temperatures that have come with it. These combined should make the grass grow and
fodder crops will get a good start.
On Thursday 10th April the Day Care people joined with other community members for a trip to
Georgetown where we had lunch and enjoyed a
sightseeing tour of the area.
At the Day Care Debbie has been preparing gifts to sell for Easter and Mother's Day, which is not far away.
The knitting of teddies continues. These are to be used in gift boxes for underprivileged children and can also be in ambulances and elsewhere to comfort children in circumstances where they are separated from their parents and loved ones.
Some of our people have been away on respite at Nursing Homes, but most are back with us again.
We hope everyone had a quiet and peaceful Easter, good health and happiness.

                If you can lend a helping hand
                Or someone's sorrow share,
                If you can show by word or deed
                That you do truly care,
                Please do it now, for if you wait,
                Another day may be too late.

CWA Notes:
Nine members had a lovely day out at Evandale to
celebrate our birthday in April - a delightful village with much to see and visit, lunch at the Clarendon Arms, and on the way home a stop at the Tasmanian
Gourmet Sauce Company.  We enjoyed a walk around the garden before being enticed by savoury smells coming from indoors, tasting many products and
making purchases.
What a wonderful rain we have had, so very welcome.  Most of us have had gourmet fare  -  Easter chocolates and mushrooms galore.  Probably too much of both - just as well they are annual events.
Please don't forget our fundraising function on the 8^th May in the Uniting Church Hall, commencing at 11 am with some gently fun games, lots of prizes, our Tupperware raffle draw, followed by a soup and finger food luncheon.  A time of fun and fellowship; everyone welcome.  Cost is $6.00

Funds raised by our branch are used for administration, charity work, local causes, none is used for social
outings.
Next meeting 10 a.m. 7^th May, Uniting Church Hall,
followed by lunch to share, with our AGM in the
afternoon.